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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1918
Page
6
Editorial argues for reopening the downtown Burlington ticket office in Quincy. It criticizes wartime economy moves under McAdoo that closed downtown offices, notes public inconvenience, and contends the move would improve service without large budget losses. It urges government stewardship to consider efficiency and public need.
The text argues for transparent diplomacy, contrasting secret Vienna deals with a democratic Versailles process. It claims censorship endangers peace, asserts democracy has advanced since 1815, and insists full publicity ensures a just, accountable peace conference.
A reflective review of the year 1918 notes a grim early period with forebodings and war shocks, followed by a midyear turn to hope as events moved swiftly. The year ends with peace for anxious hearts and a sense of vast problems ahead.
Washington Star argues for an early extra session of the 66th Congress to avoid delays in critical work. It notes inevitable contest for speaker, distribution of committee power, heavy work ahead on supply bills and reconstruction, and the president's strategic travel and counsel needs.
Senator Hitchcock of Nebraska, chair of the foreign relations committee, said Postmaster General Burleson nearly broke faith with Congress by taking control of the cables after the armistice. He commented on Burleson's letter explaining the action on Monday.
Washington December 81 railroad telegraphers and station agents received another wage increase ordered by Director General McAdoo. The retroactive raise applies from October 1, lifting pay for the workers amid ongoing wartime mobilization and railroad operations.
CHICAGO, Dec. 31 Mrs Effie E Murdock a Chicago musician former organist at Sixth Presbyterian and Centennial Baptist churches took her life by gas asphyxiation Sunday John Allen Richardson organist at St Pauls Episcopal church was found unconscious in a gas filled room but expected to recover Friends said the acts were only coincidental and a friendship tied by professional interests Murdock 56 Richardson 45.
Amsterdam reports Count Van Bentinck at Amerongen castle hosting former Emperor William who is nervous and hard to converse with. The host would welcome his departure and a private residence for the ex emperor is suggested. Some believe Castle De Monte may be rented to Herr Hohenzollern.
Fargo dispatch reports A C Townley president of the National Non Partisan League was discharged from bankruptcy by Judge F C Amiden. The ruling frees Townley from obligations totaling about $80,000 while assets cited were under $500.
An old advertisement touts St Jacobs Liniment as the quickest, surest pain relief for aching joints muscles and nerves. It promises harmlessness and skin safety while claiming instant relief for the head neck shoulders back legs arms and more with simple rubbing. A trial bottle is recommended from any drug store.
Three transports from France carry several thousand soldiers headed for demobilization in the United States. The Siboney arrives January 5 in New York with the 16th field artillery brigade headquarters and the 333rd field artillery, totaling 65 officers and 1,364 men. Also aboard are casual companies 325 through 331, each with two officers and about 145 men, plus many detached officers and 635 sick and wounded, to be demobilized at Camp Grant.
Washington December 31 report says the department will recommend deportation of most of the 3000 to 4000 enemy aliens now interned in the United States to Congress shortly.
The Texas Wonder claims to treat kidney and bladder troubles in men and women including gravel diabetes rheumatism and irregularities and regulates bladder issues in children. If not sold by your druggist it can be mailed for 1.25. One small bottle lasts two months and may cure. endorsements and address Dr Hall 2926 Olive St St Louis Mo. Sold by druggists.
Black Pussy and Hooty the Owl clash in a dramatic winter encounter. Black Pussy, tired and wary, spots a shadow and a great yellow-eyed owl ready to strike. After a fierce fight, Black Pussy inflicts a bite and claws, sending Hooty snowy-flying back to his perch while she seeks shelter.
Real estate broker lists multiple farm and city properties for sale or exchange. Includes 6 acre North 12th Street parcel with 8 room modern house, barns, outbuildings, and fruit. 1457 Hampshire Street 9 room vapor heated rental. 11 room York Street house suitable for rooming or two flats. 118 acre Payson area farm 16 miles from Quincy with 6 room house, barn, tillable land, timber and pasture. Also seeks electric car exchanges and other site prospects.
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